Remote Senior Manager, Train Ops & Construction Planning

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Long Island Rail Road) is seeking a Senior Manager, Train Operation & Construction Planning based in New York, NY. The role oversees design/construction coordination, schedules, and budgets with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include leading project teams, managing costs, and ensuring safety and compliance across capital projects, with telework eligibility noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation/Engineering/Business or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of railroad experience.
• Experience in project management and supervising staff.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling and estimating for all disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage project team and coordinate activities across departments.
• Serve as liaison to obtain approvals from multiple agencies.
• Oversee track outages planning and project schedules.
• Review contracts, procurements, and invoices.
• Prepare reports and presentations; manage project closeout.

Skills

Supervisory

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Scheduling

Problem solving

Education

BA/BS in Transportation/Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Long Island Rail Road) is seeking a Senior Manager, Train Operation & Construction Planning based in New York, NY. The role oversees design/construction coordination, schedules, and budgets with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely project delivery.

Responsibilities include leading project teams, managing costs, and ensuring safety and compliance across capital projects, with telework eligibility noted.